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O
PERATION
SLIPPERY SURFACES
Skidding or sliding can cause loss of control. Skidding or sliding can cause rollover if
tires have lost traction, then regain traction suddenly. When operating on slippery sur-
faces, travel at reduced speed to help maintain control of the vehicle.
When operating in conditions such as ice, water, muddy trails, loose gravel or freezing temperatures, follow these
guidelines:
• Do not operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain.
• Slow down before entering potentially slippery areas.
• Maintain a high level of alertness, carefully evaluate the path of travel and avoid quick, sharp turns.
• Engage AWD before the wheels begin to lose traction.
NOTICE: Severe damage to the drive train can occur if AWD is engaged while the wheels are spinning.
Always allow the wheels to stop spinning before engaging AWD.
• Correct a skid by turning the steering wheel in the direction of the skid. Never apply the brakes during a skid.
OBSTACLES IN DRIVE PATH
When driving in an area with obstacles such as logs
and rocks in the travel path, follow these guidelines:
• Check for obstacles before driving in an unfamiliar
area.
• Stay alert and continuously monitor the path of
travel.
• Drive slowly when on unfamiliar terrain. Some
obstacles are not easily or immediately detected.
• Avoid driving over very large obstacles such as
large rocks and fallen trees. If unavoidable, drive
cautiously and slowly.
• Do not drive over obstacles that could potentially
cause a rollover when a passenger is in the vehicle.
Have the passenger exit the vehicle and move away
to a safe distance.
DRIVING UPHILL
When driving up a hill, follow these guidelines:
• Drive straight up the hill.
• Avoid excessively steep hills.
• Keep both feet on the floor or pedals.
• Check the terrain before driving up a hill. Do not try to
climb hills that have excessively slippery or loose sur-
faces.
• Drive at a steady rate of acceleration and speed.
• Do not drive over the crest of a hill at high speed. An
obstacle, sharp drop, or another person or vehicle could
be on the other side of the hill.
• Do not attempt to drive up a hill that is beyond your skill
level.
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